Ein tragikomischer Roman über die italienische Einwandererfamilie Peccatori in Chicago 1957, die am Festtag der heiligen Madonna mit Herausforderungen konfrontiert wird: Affären, ungewollte Schwangerschaften und Krankheit bedrohen den Familienzusammenhalt. Mama Angela findet einen Weg, die Ehre der Familie zu wahren.
Tony Romano Knihy




Psychology and You
- 692 stránek
- 25 hodin čtení
A comprehensive high school level introduction to the study of psychologyPsychology and You utilizes a writing style that talks with students using examples and language relevant to their lives. Anecdotes, historical facts, unusual events, everyday issues and concerns, and humor are also built in to keep students' interest.This program has been fully correlated to the proposed standards for teaching high school psychology developed by the American Psychological Association.
When the World Was Young
- 320 stránek
- 12 hodin čtení
Set in Chicago during the summer of 1957, the story follows Italian immigrants Angela Rosa and Agostino Peccatori as they navigate the challenges of raising five U.S.-born children amidst cultural tensions and personal struggles. Angela faces the strain of Agostino's infidelity while trying to maintain their old-world traditions. A tragic event disrupts their lives, leading to a profound unraveling of their family dynamics. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the enduring strength of love in the face of adversity.
Set in a Chicago neighborhood, the narrative unfolds around Fabio and Lucia Comingo, who navigate the challenges of raising their sons in a changing world. Tony Romano intricately weaves together two dozen interconnected stories that capture the essence of a first-generation Italian American family's joys and struggles. The tales explore themes of loss, redemption, and the complexities of cultural inheritance, offering a poignant reflection on the quest for familial unity amidst generational challenges.